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2. Silicone gel sheeting - Wikipedia

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   The exact mechanism of action of silicone gel sheeting has not been fully studied. Currently, many proposed mechanisms explain the efficacy of such treatment, including the occlusion and hydration effect, increased body surface temperature, polarized electric charge, immunological effects, etc. [9] The occlusion and hydration effect is the most studied mechanism of action.

3. How to reduce the appearance of scars, according to experts - AOL

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   Great for acne and face scars, this gel boosts hydration and helps penetrate the deeper layers of the skin using orthosilicic acid, a naturally occurring molecule that helps new healthy skin ...

4. Radio-frequency skin tightening - Wikipedia

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   By manipulating skin cooling during treatment, RF can also be used for heating and reduction of fat. Currently, the most common uses of RF-based devices are to noninvasively manage and treat skin tightening of lax skin (including sagging jowls, abdomen, thighs, and arms), as well as wrinkle reduction, cellulite improvement, and body contouring.

5. Chemical peel - Wikipedia

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   This is a deeper peel than the beta hydroxy acid peel and is used to treat scars, wrinkles, and pigment. It is usually performed in conjunction with a Jessner; which is performed right before, in order to open up the skin, so the retinoic acid can penetrate deeper into the skin. The client leaves with the chemical peel solution on their face.

6. Scarification - Wikipedia

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   Tattoo ink (or similar agent) is rubbed into a fresh cut to add color or extra visibility to the scar. Most of the ink remains in the skin as the cut heals. This was how tattoos were initially done before the use of needles to inject ink. [17] Skin removal/skinning Skin removal allows for larger markings than simple cutting. The skin is raised ...

7. Moisturizer - Wikipedia

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   A layer of petrolatum applied to normal skin can reduce that loss by 50–75% for several hours. [4] Oils naturally produced by the human body moisturize through this same mechanism. [2] Humectants are hydrophilic and absorb water. They absorb water from humid air (when >70% humidity) to moisturize the skin.

8. Salt and ice challenge - Wikipedia

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   In this ice burn, the ice crystals that form have the potential to burn and scar the skin permanently. Blistering at the site of injury is common in more severe cases. [9] The freezing of tissue between the dermal and epidermal levels of the skin leads to a disruption in blood circulation, initially causing frost nip. [10]

9. Calamine - Wikipedia

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   Calamine, also known as calamine lotion, is a medication made from powdered calamine mineral that is used to treat mild itchiness. [2] [3] Conditions treated include sunburn, insect bites, poison ivy, poison oak, and other mild skin conditions. [4] [5] It may also help dry out secretions resulting from skin irritation. [1]